Telematics solutions provider Microlise has signed up as a corporate member of Transaid, reportedly becoming the first telematics specialist to lend its support to the international transport development charity.
Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
More support to mitigate risk in supply chains
May 21, 2015
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) has partnered with dun & bradstreet (D&B) the leading provider of business information for credit risk management in the area of cross border risk, to provide CIPS members with targeted analysis for supply chain management.
New version of Epicor Mattec manufacturing execution software features embedded human machine interface
May 21, 2015
Epicor Software Corporation has announced availability of its next-generation Epicor Mattec manufacturing execution system (MES) featuring a new high-performance embedded human machine interface (HMI) to support improved shop floor operator productivity and responsiveness.
Manhattan Associates extends relationship with IBM into the Cloud
May 21, 2015
Manhattan Associates, Inc. has named IBM Cloud as a preferred cloud infrastructure as a service (IaaS) provider for its customers who want to deploy the company's ecommerce applications in the cloud.
Retailers are not yet balancing the risks and opportunities of mobile
May 21, 2015
More retailers are enjoying the benefits of mobile commerce – but many are not yet doing enough to counteract the fraud risks that come with this opportunity, a new study suggests.
The third-annual Mobile Payments & Fraud: 2015 Report, commissioned by Kount, The Fraud Practice and CardNotPresent.com, found that the number of retailers actively supporting mobile commerce, continued to climb, with 68.7% ( compared to 63.6% last year) of all retailers now supporting mobile commerce and a further 20.5% (compared to 24.7% last year) planning to support it from this year.
Greater change in IT departments needed to support innovation, says Claranet
May 21, 2015
Independent research commissioned by Claranet reveals that IT departments today are twice as likely to focus on cost reduction and technological support of employees as they are on those things that can grow the top line.
TomTom Telematics takes fleet management innovation to the next level with .connect Developer Conference
May 21, 2015
TomTom Telematics is bringing IT professionals and app/software developers together to take the industry to the next level at its .connect Developer Conference 2015.
New JDA category management functionality seamlessly delivers localised plans and assortments
May 21, 2015
As the battle for consumer loyalty continues to escalate, retailers are increasingly focused on understanding, and meeting, the targeted needs of local shoppers in all their markets.
Commercial Tablet and 2-in-1 Expansion Accelerates in Western Europe, Says IDC
May 21, 2015
According to figures published by International Data Corporation (IDC), the overall tablet market in Western Europe remained challenged in 1Q15, declining 10.5% year over year with total shipments totaling 8.5 million units. The contraction, however, was mainly the result of sluggish consumer demand as the expansion of tablets in the commercial space accelerates with volumes increasing 51.3% from the same period last year.
Auto Windscreens streamlines operations with IFS Applications
May 21, 2015
IFS, the global enterprise applications company, has announced that Auto Windscreens, the automotive repair glazing company based in the UK, has deployed IFS Applications in a full refresh of handheld devices used by technicians in the field.
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.
